Staff Accountant (Hybrid Schedule)

Eversource Energy•Berlin, CT

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Under some supervision, the Staff Accountant is responsible for the preparation of financial data for Eversource and provides financial support. This role is responsible for the preparation of month-end, and year-end matters, compliance, and other financial responsibilities. Eversource supports work-life balance by offering hybrid schedules for certain roles. Eligibility is based on job responsibilities, operational needs, nature of work and team dynamics. Current guidelines require employees to work at least three days in the office, including Tuesdays and Wednesdays, with the third day set by the employee and supervisor based on department needs. These guidelines apply to roles approved for remote work and are subject to change, based on managerial discretion and work performance. All applicants must be able to work up to five days in the office if needed (for example: emergencies, training, or other business needs) or should the policy change.

Requirements

Strong knowledge of basic accounting theory
Strong knowledge of functional accounting practices and procedures
Good analytical skills
Good oral and written communication skills
Quantitative and qualitative analyses skills
Knowledge of GAAP
Strong functional understanding of computerized accounting programs
Demonstrated skill with MS Office applications (Specifically Word and Excel)
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance.
Three (3) plus years of related accounting experience preferably in a corporate and/or public accounting environment

Nice To Haves

Build trusting relationships
Manage and develop people
Foster teamwork and cross-functional collaboration
Lead change
Communicate strategic vision
Create an engaged workforce
Focus on the customer
Take ownership & accountability

Responsibilities

Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Eversource accounting function
Prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing processes.
Prepare the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
Performs accounting control activities including account reconciliations, journal entries and close-out reviews
Plans, coordinates, and performs assignments associated with the preparation of monthly and quarterly financial management reports including reports and presentations to Senior Management
Prepares journal entries for accounts, reviews, and reconciles general ledger accounts, analyzes variances.
Investigates and resolves outstanding items.
Maintains the integrity of accounting information in the system and adjusts as needed.
Prepares and analyzes financial projections.
Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.